How location data could play a role in managing the coronavirus crisis

From electronic fences in Taiwan to mobile alerts in Israel, countries are finding creative ways to monitor the outbreak

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 25, 2020March

Social Media Ad Biz Suffers

Social media advertising is falling, warn Facebook and Twitter, despite surges in online conversations.

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NewsRhodri JonesMarch 25, 2020March

Fashion And Beauty Brands Are Taking AR More Seriously

With the backing of big tech, augmented reality is becoming table stakes for fashion and beauty brands.

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 25, 2020March

Anna Wintour And Tom Ford Create Coronavirus Relief Fund

Their initiative, A Common Thread, will "raise both awareness and needed funds for those in the American fashion community who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic."

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 25, 2020March

Post-Crisis, Will All Fashion Events Go Digital?

Marketing experts say creativity and technology must be applied to more than just the product.

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NewsRhodri JonesMarch 24, 2020March

Rental And Resale Were Supposed To Be The Future. Could Coronavirus Change That?

While the whole apparel sector is challenged by the ongoing crisis, fast-growing of rental and resale platforms may be uniquely and disproportionately impacted.

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 24, 2020March

I Wanna Dance With Somebody (On Instagram)

A wave of dance parties on Instagram and Zoom is staving off coronavirus anxiety

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 24, 2020March

Apple’s Siri voice Assistant Now Provides Coronavirus Advice

Pulling information from US health authorities

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 23, 2020March

Coronavirus: Audible, Headspace And Others Offer Freebies

As we all adjust to the “new normal” of social distancing, and life in seclusion or on the front lines begins to take a toll on our sanity, a bright spot has surfaced to help us cope: Freebies.

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 23, 2020March

Designers At Home: What They’re Doing To Stay Sane And Entertained

From backgammon and watching Netflix to cooking up new recipes, Pilates and home schooling, fashion designers are keeping busy while sequestered at home.

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NewsRhodri JonesMarch 23, 2020March

Life Under Lockdown: Boon, or Bubble, for Fashion E-Tailers?

Will the spread of COVID-19 make online shoppers of everyone, and transform e-tailers' fortunes?

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NewsRhodri JonesMarch 20, 2020March

How WeChat Is Losing the War for Users Attention

Back a couple of years ago, WeChat seemed like an unstoppable force.

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 20, 2020March

True Tales Of Quarantined Socializing

Digital dance raves. Streaming soundbaths. Book readings by phone. Now we’ve gotta get creative.

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 20, 2020March

E-commerce Sites Start To Go Dark As Well

Victoria’s Secret, Pink and the TJX brands have closed both their stores and e-commerce businesses.

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NewsRhodri JonesMarch 20, 2020March

Blue Skies, Dolphins And Clear Canals In Venice – The Beautiful Side Effects Of The Coronavirus Pandemic

Swans in canals, dolphins at empty cruise ports and even wild boar in cobbled streets prove how fast nature can reclaim the world

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 20, 2020March

Keanu Reeves Rarely Talks About Money — But When He Does, It’s Life-Changing

Choosing one of these goals as your focus will produce more money than you could ever expect.

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 19, 2020March

Why We Still Don't Have Electric Planes

As air travel becomes more harmful to the environment, companies are betting on battery power as a cleaner alternative to jet fuel. Prototypes of electric aircraft have been taking off around the globe, paving the way for a future of cheaper flights, quieter airports, and emissions-free air travel.

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 19, 2020March

As Coronavirus Spreads, Supply Chain Workers Face Layoffs

Supply chain workers could be out of jobs as cancelled orders might force factories in countries like Bangladesh to close or cut back.

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 19, 2020March

80 Years Of Robin: The Forgotten History Of The Most Iconic Sidekick

They were bold, badass – and brief. But Batman’s short-lived sidekicks give us hope that women in comics are good for more than just sticking in a fridge.

NewsRhodri JonesMarch 19, 2020March

What of Renting, Consigning and Reselling Clothing During Quarantine?

WFH? Resale marketplaces try virtual consignment, as rental services aim to adjust their offerings for customers with nowhere to go. Analysts weigh in.

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NewsRhodri JonesMarch 18, 2020March